Special Education Content Specialist

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Rutgers is seeking a Special Education Content Specialist for the Effective School Practice Center. This role is ideal for a special education teacher or specialist who is passionate about improving access to clear, high‑quality information and resources for families of children with disabilities and increasing meaningful family engagement in special education processes.

• Works closely with project staff, family partners, and community stakeholders to identify, review, organize, and adapt materials that support families and caregivers, including those navigating special education services, early intervention, and related supports.
• Finds and reviews resources (guides, handouts, videos, websites) related to disability, special education, family support, and SEPAG (Special Education Parent Advisory Groups).
• Re‑writes or adapts materials into clear, family‑friendly language.
• Supports SEPAG groups and districts by sharing relevant resources, answering questions, and helping identify tools that strengthen family engagement and collaboration.
• Gives feedback on how resources are presented online so that families can find and use them easily.
• Incorporates best practices in family engagement, including strategies for reaching diverse families, families whose home language is not English, and families who may be unfamiliar with special education systems.

• Minimum
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Education, Social Work, Child Development, or a related field plus 2–3 years of experience working with families with disabilities and/or in PK–12 special education settings; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working directly with families of children with disabilities (e.g., IEP meetings, family outreach, trainings, or support).

• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong understanding of PK–12 special education processes (referral, evaluation, eligibility, IEP development, 504 plans, progress monitoring).
• Familiarity with SEPAG (purpose, basic requirements, and strategies for effective family–school collaboration).
• Familiarity with IDEA, Section 504, and NJ special education regulations.
• Strong writing skills and comfort translating complex information into plain, family‑friendly language.
• Knowledge of inclusive education practices and how they impact students with disabilities and their families.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Current or prior NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) or equivalent special education certification.
• Background in family engagement, parent training, or community outreach.
• Experience curating, reviewing, or creating educational resources (toolkits, guides, videos, handouts, etc.).
• Proficiency with office productivity software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, One Drive, Acrobat, Outlook, Teams) and event/TA delivery systems (Quickbase, Wix Events, Zoom).

Hourly rate: $30–$40. Salary offer may be adjusted based on qualifications, experience, and available funding.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent…